Most of us have been guilty of using stock images, but I’m taking a stand this year with the content I’m producing. No stock images or graphics. I get it. Deadlines exist and not everyone believes they have the money, skill, or time to produce unique imagery for all of…

Are you being intentional or just repeating routines? Many of us fall victim to the comfort and familiarity of routine. We take the same route to work, eat at the same places and watch a predictable playlist of shows. But we are are repeating that loop to our own detriment…

My usage on Product Hunt has varied since they launched. At first, their platform seemed intriguing. However, it became apparent that you really have to be connected to one of the early “hunters” or beg for them to post about your product or service. It doesn’t seem that their platform…

Over the years I’ve seen numerous articles praising speed reading with posts like, “Learn to Speed Read”, “5 Helpful Speed Reading Tips”, and “Why You Should Be Speed Reading”. I don’t believe speed reading is valuable. Can you learn to scan lines quickly? Definitely. Can you gain an understanding of…

There is a difference between a smart person and a know-it-all. The main difference is how you feel when they are in the room (and conversation) and when they leave. A smart person generally shares what they know in a way that builds trust while giving relatable context to the…

I’m sure we can all relate in the era of social media. We all want approval on some level don’t we? Believe me, being yourself is one of life’s great challenges. Children are constantly seeking approval from parents, siblings and extended family. Once they begin school new paths for approval…

It is National Lost Sock Memorial Day! Why would I be so excited about that? It isn’t because I’m eccentric (but I’m sure that makes it easier to believe). It’s because my first children’s book, “Where’s Its Pair?”, is all about the mystery why matching socks seem to elude us. …

I’m a huge supporter of startup culture and all things entrepreneurship. However, I’m tired of seeing one of the largest groups of potential entrepreneurs ignored or only paid lip-service, 9–5 workers. Most accelerators and incubators are doing great work. Hear me on that. Sadly, they are positioned for two…

Perhaps you are waiting for things to change in the new year. I’m not here to say that won’t happen, but how can you be sure opportunity will come knocking? The unfortunate answer is, you can’t be 100% certain it will. That may sound jarring, but I think it is…